Set in the rural village of Sheriff Hutton, this shepherd's hut is in the enclosed, inner courtyard of castle ruins that date back to the 14th century. It provide an atmospheric place for relaxing, enjoying a quiet drink in the evening in front of the fire pit and gazing at a starry sky. It has a five star rating based on 121 reviews, with one guest saying: "We had the perfect stay. Such a beautiful setting with amazing history; all you could need from a glamping break. It really was the perfect base for exploring North Yorkshire."

placeholder image — Set in the rural village of Sheriff Hutton, this shepherd's hut is in the enclosed, inner courtyard of castle ruins that date back to the 14th century. It provide an atmospheric place for relaxing, enjoying a quiet drink in the evening in front of the fire pit and gazing at a starry sky. It has a five star rating based on 121 reviews, with one guest saying: "We had the perfect stay. Such a beautiful setting with amazing history; all you could need from a glamping break. It really was the perfect base for exploring North Yorkshire."

Yorkshire places to stay: Seven quirky AirBnB retreats in Yorkshire for a couple's getaway

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Published 4th Jun 2023, 16:30 BST

Getting away from it all doesn’t have to mean travelling across the world – and one of these quirky retreats in Yorkshire could be just the place to escape.

From a shepherd’s hut set in the ruins of a 14th century castle to a yurt in a secluded spot in the North York Moors National Park, these AirBnB holiday homes have been praised by former guests for offering a unique and memorable break from the daily grind.

7. Gypsy caravan

Set on the edge of a sleepy farming village near Hornsea, this Gypsy caravan is housed within the grounds of a Grade II listed farmhouse. Overlooking the surrounding countryside, it offers guests the chance to wake up to the chorus of bird song. It has a rating of five stars from seven reviews, with one guest saying: "Amazing place, great hosts. Tranquil, relaxing. Not enough superlatives to describe how much we enjoyed it. Will definitely be returning." Photo: AirBnB

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Yorkshire places to stay: Seven quirky AirBnB retreats in Yorkshire for a couple's getaway

Getting away from it all doesn’t have to mean travelling across the world – and one of these quirky retreats in Yorkshire could be just the place to escape.

7. Gypsy caravan

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